Description

The 16 x 17 Shire Twyford Log Cabin is a spectacularly designed log cabin that is sure to add real character to your outdoor space. We are certain it will become the defining feature of your garden and a talking point whenever you have visitors. With a fantastic external porch adding plenty of charm as well as a range of practical uses, the Twyford is an excellent package that never fails to impress.

At elbec, we are confident that our log cabins are the perfect way to make the most of your unused garden space and provide a wonderful spot to relax in comfort all year round.

Ways to Make the Most of Your Twyford Log Cabin

There are so many ways you can make the most out of your Twyford Log Cabin, you’ll be spoilt for choice over what to do with your new space. First and foremost, a log cabin is probably the best way to get the best out of your attractive garden surroundings from a comfortable, cosy indoor setting. Enjoy the outdoor scenery while snuggled up inside on a colder day, or throw open the windows and double doors when the weather turns hotter for a breezy, cool spot to unwind and watch the world go by. This means you can really make the most of your log cabin whatever the outside conditions are. With a log cabin, you get to enjoy all the best bits about being outdoors all year round without the negatives that so often come with our unpredictable British weather! Whether you simply want to relax in the serene atmosphere of your garden or entertain friends and family with dinner and drinks, you are unlikely to find a better solution than a log cabin if you love the outdoors. The 16 x 17 would also be ideal for turning into a space for your favourite past times. Whether you have your heart set on your very own music studio, or the games room you have always wanted, a log cabin could provide the perfect place for it. Whatever use you have in mind, and with larger or custom sizes available, we are confident that the Twyford Log Cabin will soon become one of your favourite places to spend your time.

Why Others Tell Us They Love the Twyford

The Twyford really is a spectacular and eye-catching design. Its classic log cabin exterior draws in lovers of the traditional log cabin look and wins them over with its porch that is such a charming feature. The perfect place to remove muddy shoes, personalise with your own decorations, or just sit and enjoy the outdoors from a shady, sheltered spot, the porch is both stylish and practical. The full glazed Georgian style double doors and matching opening windows really complement the traditional look of the Twyford’s exterior. The handcrafted joinery on all windows and doors provides just another example of a quality feature that can be found only on Shire Log Cabins. From the inside, the design of the windows and doors really adds to the interior’s snug atmosphere, while their full-length size lets in plenty of natural light. This ensures that your cabin feels bright and spacious. The quality finish of the timber walls, generous headroom and thick roof beams all come together to make it a real pleasure spending time inside. Our customers often like to add their own personal touch by painting their log cabins which look fantastic in any colour. Shire recommends you use Protek paint, available from elbec in a wide variety of colours. By using Protek Royal Exterior, you can make the Twyford look exactly how you want it while adding extra protection to the timber. With the more traditional looking log cabins, customers often prefer the ‘natural’ colour range, choosing ‘clear’ wood treatment or other wood shades for their cabins. But Protek really does have a colour to suit any taste.

Features

A Shire Log Cabin is built to last, and the Twyford is no exception. Shire uses 4-way corner joints and interlocking logs of the highest quality as standard. This ensures that you’ll be impressed by the strength, stability and sturdy feel of the Twyford. With the Shire draught seal system that is fitted on all external windows and doors, you can be sure you will be snug in your log cabin. The Twyford Log Cabin has a choice of log wall thickness between 34mm and 70mm. A popular choice among our customers is to opt for a thicker wall log to go alongside the upgraded roof, floor and joists already included as part of the package compared to its sister, the Ringwood. You also have the option to upgrade to double glazed windows for an all year round cosier feel. Optional Celotex floor and roof insulation is available so you can make full use of your log cabin whatever the weather. At the time of assembly, you can choose which side you would like the windows and porch entrance, giving you extra flexibility to adapt the log cabin to your garden. You can also purchase and construct your log cabin in the confidence that all Shire Log Cabins can be dismantled and rebuilt should you ever decide to move. We’re pleased to offer the option of booking our dedicated professionals who will assemble your log cabin quickly and correctly. However, you can choose to use the comprehensive instructions included with the log cabin and construct it yourself.

Range of Customisations Options

At elbec, we offer a wide range of customisation options on all our Shire log cabins to help give you your perfect cabin. Why not upgrade from the standard felt roof to our stylish hexagonal roof tiles that are sure to enhance the look of your cabin? Take a look at our range of customisations above to make the changes you want.

Feel free to email us to discuss our full range of customisation and product options, or better still, give us a call so we can find the perfect log cabin to suit your needs. Alternatively, why not visit us at our Brookfields Garden Centre showsite near Nottingham? One of our helpful advisors will be on hand to show you around so you can really appreciate the look, feel and quality of our log cabins. You can also see our version of the Twyford, which has been extremely well received by customers.

Bespoke and Made to Measure Cabins

All our Shire Log Cabins are made to order. As well as our extensive number of standard sizes and customisation options, you can choose to have the Twyford designed by you from scratch. Browse our bespoke and made to measure page where you will see there are loads of ways we can make changes to your log cabin to suit your needs.

Many customers choose this service if they have a certain size for their log cabin in mind that is not offered on our website. But did you know that as well as made to measure sizes, you can also add additional windows, change the positioning of doors and much more? Send us an email or call us today for a free quote or if you have any queries about what we can provide as part of our bespoke and made to measure service.

 About the Timber

You will be impressed by Shire's use of natural products and their environmental credentials. A high quality timber log cabin starts with high quality timber, so it is important to know exactly what timber is being used for your log cabin. The most commonly used timber for garden buildings is pine (pinus) as this is widely available for a very cheap price, however all of Shire's garden buildings are constructed using high quality spruce (picea) and is sourced from Siberia and sustainably sourced timber. Spruce is more durable than pine and provides a higher quality finish. This timber is slow grown unlike fast grown British and Eastern Europe's timber, being slow grown timber means a tighter grain, less sap and with far fewer knots. The timber used on Shire's log cabins is therefore a more durable timber that will last much longer than other timbers used on log cabins. Spruce is therefore the timber of choice for companies such as Shire who always look to produce the best garden building.

Base

It is important that the base for your log cabin is firm and level. You can request 'Guidelines for Preparing a Concrete Base' through our 'Contact Us' Section.

About Shire

Established in 1945 Shire are the country's leading and one of the oldest established manufacturer of garden buildings. Shire benefit from being adjacent to the Port of Wisbech through which Shire discharge timber into their warehouses. Shire is the proud manufacturer of the largest timber garden building range produced in the UK. At peak times they produce thousands of buildings a week. Their range includes Garden Sheds, Log Cabins, Eco Homes, Home Offices, Sheds, Workshops, Summerhouses, Playhouses, Arbours, Storage units and Pet houses. Their production facilities cover some 23 acres and include huge undercover stock holding facilities for many of their ranges, an advanced high speed timber planing mill, modern well equipped joinery production facility and semi-automated production lines. All Shire garden buildings are manufactured in the UK using the finest spruce timber, imported directly and machined through the most up to date machines to ensure the best quality and best value for money log cabins in the UK.

About your Log Cabin Order

If you think a Shire Twyford Log Cabin is perfect for you, have a look at our FAQs for Shire Log Cabins where we go over the finer details. These range from preparing the base on which to build your log cabin, to arranging delivery of your purchase. We hope you’ll find the FAQs informative and comprehensive, but do not hesitate to contact us with any queries you feel we haven’t covered or would like to discuss in greater detail.

Picture shows footprint of 4190mmG x 4990mm (Door Side) (14'G x 16') Shire Twyford Log Cabin with optional felt roof tiles and with optional window boxes. The base sizes are taken to the extreme external length of the log including the corner joints that protrude. The base measurements do not include any roof overhangs. The double doors shown are located on the 16ft front width.

All Shire Log Cabins are supplied untreated. You must apply a wood treatment to the exterior. Shire recommends Protek wood treatment, available from elbec in many different colours. This will protect the timber from weathering, making it last longer. The timber treatment will need to be repeated periodically in line with the manufacturer's instructions.

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Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE AND ARE FLAT PACKED READY FOR ASSEMBLY

FREE delivery is offered to the majority of mainland UK postcodes but some areas may incur a surcharge and some postcode areas are not covered at all. Please check your postcode in the ‘Delivery cost checker’ above to confirm availability and any possible surcharges.

Delivery Leadtimes
The estimated delivery lead time for this product is identified on the product page above. Lead times are in working days (Monday - Friday) excludes Bank Holidays. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are not guaranteed - due to fluctuation in demand - but are provided in good faith and are representative of delivery at that time. Some remote areas will take a little longer.

Booking Delivery
By entering your postal code in the ‘Pick a delivery day. ENTER POSTCODE’ Box above you can select a delivery date. The evening before this delivery date you will be sent a text message (where a mobile has been provided) with an estimated delivery window.  This update can only be provided where a mobile number has been supplied on the billing address section at the time of checkout.

Upon Delivery
Delivery is made by Shire the manufacturer. Delivery of this item is typically made by a 17 ton flat-bed (similar size to a council refuse lorry). Delivery is typically between 7am and 7pm. The delivery drivers are only insured to deliver to kerb side or driveway. We would not risk damaging your property whilst delivering a product. Unfortunately we will not be able to go through your property. Deliveries are hand-balled off by the driver.

We would recommend against arranging for a third party to install the building before it's been delivered and checked that all parts are present, as we cannot be held liable for any third-party costs.

Installation option
If you are choosing the installation option after placing your order you’ll be contacted within 5 working days by Shire the manufacturer either by a text message or automated telephone message (the latter if a mobile number is not supplied). This message will supply you with the name of the website to go on to where you will be required to accept the terms and conditions for assembly. Any delay in accepting these terms and conditions may affect your timescale. Once you have accepted these terms and conditions you will be contacted during the timescale with a date for the delivery/assembly of your order. The installation option will extend your lead time by up to 15-25 working days. This may take longer during seasonal periods. Please be aware that the installation team will require full access to your garden, 18" clearance all around the building and a firm and level base. Shire's installation team will not bring a building through your home as they are not covered by insurance to enter a customer’s home.

Specification

Quickview

The 16 x 17 Shire Twyford Log Cabin is a spectacularly designed log cabin that is bound to bring your garden to life. The key features of this impressive and eye-catching design include:

• Stylish and practical external porch area that enhances the cabin’s appearance
• Georgian style opening windows and double doors for a classic, elegant look
• First-class construction quality, typical of all Shire products
• Customisation options available as well as an impressive range of bespoke and made to measure options

Key Features

• FREE Delivery to UK Mainland*.
• FREE 2.5m Planning Friendly Ridge Height on log cabins with front widths of up to 4790mm (16').
• High grade slow grown Spruce timber means a tight grain giving extra strength, a much longer life and superior build quality that looks attractive in the garden.
• High quality 34mm interlocking logs as standard for a strong and durable log cabin, with optional 44mm and 70mm log upgrades.
• Shire Draught Seal System included on all external window(s) and door(s).
• Drip bars above windows and doors to help divert the rain away from the log cabin.
• The roof and floor are made from thick tongue and groove making them durable and provides an attractive interior to this log cabin.
• 34mm x 61mm Pressure treated floor bearers ensure a high quality and long-lasting building.
• Full length joinery glazed lockable double doors for an impressive and secure entrance.
• Glass is used so you can rely on the clarity of your windows and doors for years to come.
• A porch to for an outside place to shelter.
• Generous roof height.
• Inside is finished off neatly with skirting boards.
• Available in a large choice of sizes.
• All buildings are made to order and are built and designed in the UK.
• Delivered flat packed with comprehensive instructions, fittings and heavy duty roofing felt to ensure installation is as straightforward as possible.
• Made from sustainably sourced timberthroughout to produce an environmentally friendly log cabin.
• Optional felt roof tiles can add an impressive finish to the cabin
• Optional 4mm toughened glass and 14mm double glazing can help keep youngsters safe and adds even more insulation and warmth.
• Option to have your log cabin installed by our professional team of fitters.
• Made to Measure Service available on this Log Cabin to whatever size and style you require just call or email for a free quote.